Five of Swords
Five of Swords is the card in the suit of Swords of the Rider-Waite-Smith tarot deck, representing conflict, winning at a cost, defeat.
A win that is not worth winning. The Five of Swords warns against being right at the cost of the relationship.
Reconciliation, lowering defenses, moving on from old wounds.
A fight where everyone loses. Step back from being right.
A political win that costs you allies. Reconsider the price.
✦ Choose connection over being right. The cost of winning may be too high.
Frequently asked about Five of Swords
Common questions readers ask about this card
What does the Five of Swords tarot card mean?+
A win that is not worth winning. The Five of Swords warns against being right at the cost of the relationship.
What does Five of Swords mean in love?+
A fight where everyone loses. Step back from being right.
What does Five of Swords mean for career?+
A political win that costs you allies. Reconsider the price.
What does Five of Swords reversed mean?+
Reconciliation, lowering defenses, moving on from old wounds.
